Trips to Melbourne

Melbourne travel

Travel to the land down under and visit Melbourne, Australia's second largest city, with its Aboriginal heritage mixed with modern culture. Often earning the title of "world's most liveable city", it is bound to the banks of the Yarra River. Settlement began in 1835 and today Melbourne's history is visible in the imposing Victorian-era architecture that has stood the test of time. Renowned for its thriving art scene and cosmopolitan "European" atmosphere, it is also the sporting capital of Australia with a sport-mad population and most of the country's sporting events taking place in its vast arenas. It is a compelling place to visit and makes the popularity of Melbourne flights easy to understand.

Things to do and places to see in Melbourne

Travellers taking flights to Melbourne will find it easy to embrace all that Melbourne has to offer once they arrive, including its dynamic performance spaces, art galleries and museums, historic buildings, sports stadiums, markets, restaurants and vibrant nightlife. During a break in Australia's cultural capital, visitors will discover a creative and exciting city centre, buzzing neighbourhoods and first-class dining and entertainment.

When visiting Melbourne, be sure to:

Embark on an Aboriginal Heritage Walk to trace the city's fascinating past

Take a walking tour and marvel at the street art and graffiti on display in every corner of the city

See elephants, koalas and wild cats at Melbourne Zoo

Escape the action by heading to the open spaces and parks along St Kilda's Road

Melbourne airports

A number of carriers operate cheap flights between London and Melbourne and land at Melbourne Airport, Australia's second busiest airport. It is the only airport in Australia that operates around the clock. With all four of its terminals under one roof, passengers can walk between their connecting domestic and international flights.

Top airlines

Location

Melbourne Airport is about 16 miles northwest of the city centre.

Transport options

A link between the airport and Melbourne city centre is provided by the Tullamarine Freeway (you'll need a city link pass) or on the toll-free Western Ring Road. Passengers travelling by bus can take the Skybus express bus services that run between the airport and Melbourne city centre, and between the airport and St Kilda. There are also several local bus services to various points in and around the city, including the SmartBus Route 901 that links to the Craigieburn Line at Broadmeadows train station. Taxis are available from all four terminals.

Many of the flights and flight-inclusive holidays on this website are financially protected by the ATOL scheme. But ATOL protection does not apply to all holiday and travel services listed on this website. Please ask us to confirm what protection may apply to your booking. If you do not receive an ATOL Certificate then the booking will not be ATOL protected. If you do receive an ATOL Certificate but all the parts of your trip are not listed on it, those parts will not be ATOL protected. Please see our booking conditions for information, or for more information about financial protection and the ATOL Certificate go to: www.atol.org.uk/ATOLCertificate